Girona in September
Great time to visit
September might be the secret best month to visit. You get summer's reliable weather but families have gone home, leaving more space to appreciate Girona's beauty.
Weather
September brings relief with more manageable 26°C days and comfortable 16°C nights. Rain starts returning gradually, around 5-6 days, usually brief afternoon showers. The humidity drops and walking becomes pleasant again throughout the day.
26°C high16°C low6 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$115/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Harvest festivals
- •Autumn food markets
- •Back-to-school cultural events
September Tips
- •September combines summer weather with fewer crowds as families return home
- •Perfect month for wine tours in nearby Empordà region during harvest
- •Restaurant summer menus start transitioning to heartier autumn dishes
All Months
May through June gives you perfect weather and spring energy without summer crowds. The Temps de Flors festival in May transforms courtyards into flower exhibitions — the city opens private spaces normally closed to visitors. September and October deliver warm days, cool nights, and harvest season in nearby wine regions. Summer means heat and tour groups following Game of Thrones routes. July temperatures hit 30°C regularly, and good luck finding shade in those stone streets. Winter works if you don't mind shorter days and occasional rain. December brings Christmas markets to Plaça de la Catedral, but many restaurants close for holidays. April can be unpredictable — pack layers. The shoulder seasons give you the best restaurant availability and hotel rates.
Girona Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
8/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
7/10
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